Study Spaces for Middle Earth Residents

Come check out this space in Middle Earth!

Bucklebury

This mulitpurpose space is used for studying, meetings, and programs. The space has couches, chairs, tables and reading lights. Additional study space can be found in Arkenstone and in the residence halls.

Arkenstone

Arkenstone is located directly below Bucklebury, across from Pippin Commons, and adjacent to Gandalf's Classroom. Arkenstone is a 24/7 academic resource and study center. Various services are offered in the office space in Arkenstone such as peer academic advising, peer tutoring in writing and library research, and workshops.

Arkenstone also offers a resource library with books on scholarships and career planning, along with information about campus resources. Internet access is also provided on a few computers located in Arkenstone.

Emerging Scholars

Emerging Scholars is an academic success program for first year students, providing assistance and support during the transition to college and adjustment to the rigors of college level course work. The program will provide helpful study strategies, a comfortable and quiet location to study, access to stress management and time management workshops, and opportunities to learn more about your unique strengths and identity.

The Emerging Scholars group meets weekly.

Come to the first meeting of the year on Monday, October 10, 2011 (week 3).
Look out for more information in the Middle Earth weekly emails and events flyers.

Peer Academic Advising

Peer Academic Advising is sponsored by the Division of Undergraduate Education and is offered in Middle Earth twice a quarter in Arkenstone and Tolkien Room in Pippin Commons. Trained upper-division students are available to assist first-year students as they plan their program of study to fit their college/career goals. Peer Academic Advisors can also provide information about various majors and minors and about the full range of academic resources available on campus.

Peer Writing and Library Research Tutoring

Middle Earth hosts the writing and library research peer tutors Monday through Thursday from 6-9 p.m. (beginning Week 2) in Arkenstone. During Week 10, the peer tutors hold special extended hours and are available to meet with students from 6-10 p.m. This is a free service to all Middle Earth residents. For more information on this service, go to www.writing.uci.edu/peertutors.html.

Classes

Middle Earth offers unique opportunities to enroll in for credit classes held in residential classrooms. Humanities Core and University Studies discussion sections, cluster classes taught by professional staff, and Freshman Seminars taught by faculty have been offered in Middle Earth. Check the "Classes" links in the left navigation menu.